Just because you aren't taking a trip south for spring break, doesn't mean you can't have a whole lot of fun! We have a great line-up of awesome programs for kids of all ages. Don't miss out!
KDL Lab Experience: Total Eclipse of the Sun
In anticipation of the total Solar Eclipse on April 8, join us for STEAM-based activities exploring shadows, animal behavior and all things eclipses. Visit kdl.org/events/eclipse for dates,
times and locations. For school-age kids.
Mad Science Presents Fire and Ice
From a shivering spatula to a special bubbly shower, be thrilled and chilled with amazing dry ice experiments in a spectacular show. For school-age kids.
Saturday, March 30, 10:00 AM – Tyrone Twp. Branch
Saturday, March 30, 2:00 PM – Plainfield Twp. Branch
Maciek the Magician
Brace yourself for a truly amazing and hilarious magic show. This fantastic presentation will captivate you and have you cheering for more. For families with children.
Monday, April 1, 2:00 PM – Walker Branch
Tuesday, April 2, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch
Birds of a Feather
Blandford Nature Center will talk about what makes an animal a bird. They will also show some of the live birds of prey that call Blandford home. For school-age kids.
Tuesday, April 2, 2:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Teen Super Smash Bros. Tournament
It's esports time for teens! Bring your friends to compete at Super Smash Bros. using Nintendo Switch. Many will enter, but only one will be crowned champion! Space is limited; first come, first served. Doors open 15 minutes before the program begins and you may save one seat for a friend. For teens.
Tuesday, April 2, 2:00 – 4:00 PM – Cascade Twp. Branch
Thursday, April 4, 6:00 – 7:30 PM – Comstock Park Branch
Dinosaur Day with PaleoJoe
PaleoJoe — paleontologist, children's book author, storyteller and dinosaur digger — shares his high-energy program that will excite, entertain and educate about dinosaurs. Hear stories about dinosaur dig site adventures and the relationships between dinosaurs that will keep you on the edge of your seat. For school-age kids.
Wednesday, April 3, 10:00 AM – Gaines Twp. Branch
Hula Hoop Dancing
Enjoy a fun, beginner-level hoop dancing class! Be enthralled by performances from a professional hula hoop dancer and learn a few hoop dancing tricks of your own. Hula hoops are provided. For families with children.
Wednesday, April 3, 1:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Thursday, April 4, 2:00 PM – East Grand Rapids Branch
Youth Mario Kart Tournament
It's esports time for kids ages 5-10! Bring your friends to play Mario Kart using Nintendo Switch. Many will enter, but only one will be crowned champion! Space is limited; first come, first served. Doors open 15 minutes before the program begins and you may save one seat for a friend.
Wednesday, April 3, 2:00 – 4:00 PM – Amy Van Andel Library (Ada)
KDL VIBES Reference Desk Mini Concert: Brian Oberlin
A pop-up style mini concert right in the library featuring an artist from our KDL VIBES collection. This week's musical guest is Brian Oberlin. For all ages.
Thursday, April 4, 7:00 – 7:30 PM – Wyoming Branch
The History and Traditions of Powwows
Wandering Nations’ Jonathan Rinehart will share the history and traditions of powwows with an intro drum ceremony. We welcome all ages to this unique opportunity to learn with our Native American community.
Saturday, April 6, 2:00 PM – Englehardt (Lowell) Branch
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